Don't worry Colorado Avalanche fans, help is on the way.
After manufacturing the worst season in the shootout era, the Avs own the best chances at the top pick in June's draft. After the Avalanche, the Canucks are next in line, while Las Vegas is thrown in the mix with the third-best odds, tied with Arizona.
Here's a look at the rest of the odds for those outside the playoff picture:
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Avalanche | 17.9% |
| Canucks | 12.1% |
| Golden Knights | 10.3% |
| Coyotes | 10.3% |
| Devils | 8.5% |
| Sabres | 7.6% |
| Red Wings | 6.7% |
| Stars | 5.8% |
| Panthers | 5.4% |
| Kings | 4.5% |
| Hurricanes | 3.1% |
| Jets | 2.7% |
| Flyers | 2.2% |
| Lightning | 1.8% |
| Islanders | 0.9% |
This year's draft will take place June 23 in Chicago, while the lottery order will reportedly be determined April 29.
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